1975 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 680 kg more than 1975 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (133 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 500 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | 500 | Bora |
Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 498 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 55 L |